On Saturday, 18th August, the institute witnessed its 16th convocation. 1444 students graduated this year with Mr. Priyam Khandelwal being recognized as the institute topper. Prof. Ashutosh Sharma, Secretary and Chair professor, Department of Science and Technology, Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, was the Chief Guest. Addressing the graduates, he said that focus on knowledge is more important than grades. He later was interviewed by the Newsletter and Magazine Committee.